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Adult-Only Mocha Baileys Fudge Pop Recipe

by Anne Radcliffe

If you’re hot, and if you like fudgsicles or iced caps, then I’ve got just the thing for you: My adult-only Mocha Baileys Fudge Pop Recipe. This poor little bottle of Baileys I had was sitting all forlorn like in my liquor cabinet. Usually it’s waiting for winter because the only thing I ever tend to …

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My Top Five Money Regrets Raising Kids

by Candace Sampson

**This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of EQ Bank. However, as always, all opinions are my own. I am at the stage of parenting, where I can actually see the finish line; a shimmering mirage in the distance. I’m a little out of breath, limping a little, but the promise of …

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Hibiscus Margaritas – Meet Your New Favourite Summer Refresher

by Candace Sampson

Hibiscus Margaritas are my new favourite drink this summer thanks to a recent press trip I was on to California.  While there I had one of the best meals of my life at Santo Mezcal in Santa Barbara.  Check out this queso fundido. Drool worthy right?   Of course, every great meal should come with great …

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Best Waterfalls in Hamilton You Can See in One Day

by Anne Radcliffe

Did you know: there’s over 100 waterfalls in Hamilton and the surrounding area. Niagara Falls might be the biggest in Southern Ontario, but Hamilton takes the crown for “City of Waterfalls.” Many of these waterfalls are quite beautiful and are part of the trails and green belt parks! That means many of the nicest waterfalls …

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Three Essential Tips for Travel with Kids

by Candace Sampson

Disclosure: This post has been sponsored by BMO Insurance. All opinions expressed are mine. I have a philosophy for travelling with kids that goes a little something like this: do it early, do it often, don’t stop. Travel is one of the best things you can give your children and it doesn’t necessarily mean you …

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Ottawa to Varadero; The Beach is Calling

by Candace Sampson

Ottawa to Varadero is an easy trip with direct flights with Sunwing from Ottawa International Airport all year long. Factor in Cuba’s affordability, it’s amazing beaches, it’s rich culture, and it’s stellar weather, and it’s not hard to see why Canadians flock to Cuba’s sandy shores year round.  I love my hometown of Ottawa, but …

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Road Trip Season is Here! Are you Ready to Hit the Road?

by Candace Sampson

Woot! It’s road trip season; my favourite time of the year. There is nothing better than the call of the open road, so when the winter tires come off, I start planning road trips all over Ontario. But first, I make sure my car is up to snuff.  This is the third year that I’ve …

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5 Of The Best Beaches In Southwest Ontario To Take The Family

by Life In Pleasantville

You don’t need to hop on a plane for soft sand and warm water. The best beaches in Southwest Ontario are waiting for you. They are perfect for families, and they’re all within easy reach. Whether you’re looking for a Blue Flag beach, a pier to fish from, or a boardwalk to stroll, I’ve got …

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